OWH Observance Champions, 56426-56427 [2022-19839]

Download as PDF 56426 Federal Register / Vol. 87, No. 177 / Wednesday, September 14, 2022 / Notices ANNUAL BURDEN ESTIMATES Number of respondents (total over request period) Instrument Project leadership interview ............................................................................. Direct services staff interview .......................................................................... Participant interview ......................................................................................... Partner interview .............................................................................................. Estimated Total Annual Burden Hours: 132. Comments: The Department specifically requests comments on (a) whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the agency, including whether the information shall have practical utility; (b) the accuracy of the agency’s estimate of the burden of the proposed collection of information; (c) the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and (d) ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on respondents, including through the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology. Consideration will be given to comments and suggestions submitted within 60 days of this publication. Authority: Section 105(d)(2) of the Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000 (Pub. L. 106–386) [22 U.S.C. 7103]. Mary B. Jones, ACF/OPRE Certifying Officer. [FR Doc. 2022–19796 Filed 9–13–22; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4184–47–P DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Office of the Secretary OWH Observance Champions Office of the Secretary, HHS. Notice. AGENCY: ACTION: The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) Office on Women’s Health (OWH) invites public and private sector organizations to apply to become a Women’s Health Champion during National Women’s Blood Pressure Awareness Week (NWBPAW), National Eating Disorder Awareness Week (NEDAW), National Women and Girls’ HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (NWGHAAD), National Women’s Health Week (NWHW), and/or other OWH observances. khammond on DSKJM1Z7X2PROD with NOTICES SUMMARY: VerDate Sep<11>2014 18:31 Sep 13, 2022 Jkt 256001 18 24 30 36 Letters of interest will be accepted starting September 15, 2022, and will be reviewed periodically. ADDRESSES: Letters of interest can be submitted via email to womenshealth@ hhs.gov. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Jeff Ventura. Office on Women’s Health, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services; 1101 Wootton Parkway, Rockville, MD 20852; Telephone: (202) 690–7650. Email: womenshealth@hhs.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Background: The HHS Office on Women’s Health (OWH) is charged with providing expert advice and consultation to the Secretary concerning scientific, legal, ethical, and policy issues related to women’s health. OWH establishes short-range and long-range goals within the Department and coordinates on activities within the Department that relate to disease prevention, health promotion, service delivery, research, and public and health care professional education, for issues of particular concern to women throughout their lifespan. OWH monitors the Department’s activities regarding women’s health and identifies needs regarding the coordination of activities. OWH is also responsible for facilitating the exchange of information through the National Women’s Health Information Center. Additionally, OWH coordinates efforts to promote women’s health programs and policies with the private sector. Eligibility: Any organization may apply to become a Women’s Health Champion. The selected Women’s Health Champions may be recognized for their commitment and their work toward achieving the goals of the observance(s). Women’s Health Champions can be public and/or private organizations such as those at the state, local, county, and tribal levels, non-governmental organizations, non-profit organizations, businesses, academic organizations, organizations that impact health DATES: PO 00000 Frm 00031 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 Number of responses per respondent (total over request period) 1 1 1 1 Avg. burden per response (in hours) 1.5 1.25 1 1.25 Total/annual burden (in hours) 27 30 30 45 outcomes, philanthropic organizations, and tribal organizations that identify themselves as being aligned with or promoting the goals of the observance(s). All organizations may apply. Organizations that work to improve health outcomes in women may apply. Social organizations that work with, and/or have access to large populations of women may apply. Individuals are not eligible to become Women’s Health Champions. Applicants shall submit a letter of interest and identify how they support or plan to support the observance(s)’s goals. Applicants will be considered according to the organization’s commitment to support those goals. Women’s Health Champions may receive recognition from OWH on womenshealth.gov, girlshealth.gov, or OWH Social Media platforms. They may also receive information and resources for dissemination. Funds: None. Neither HHS nor OWH will provide funds to support Women’s Health Champions. Applicants, OWH, and Women’s Health Champions will not be expected to contribute funds. Application: Organizations may apply to become a Women’s Health Champion. Organizations should submit a letter of interest acknowledging their support of the observance(s)’s overarching goals. Organizations interested in becoming Women’s Health Champions shall identify in their letters of interest those activities that demonstrate commitment to the observance(s)’s overarching goals and objectives and indicate how they address or support those goals. Office on Women’s Health Programs and Activities: To achieve its mission, the Office on Women’s Health leads a wide range of activities and programs, including several key observances. To learn more about our key observances, visit: https://www.womenshealth.gov/ about-us/what-we-do/observances. Requirements of Interested Organizations: Organizations must submit a letter of interest to become a Women’s Health Champion. E:\FR\FM\14SEN1.SGM 14SEN1 Federal Register / Vol. 87, No. 177 / Wednesday, September 14, 2022 / Notices Organizations selected by OWH to be Women’s Health Champions will sign a letter of understanding (LOU) with OWH outlining the terms and parameters of their support for the observance(s). Selection as a Women’s Health Champion does not imply any federal endorsement of the collaborating organization’s general policies, activities, or products. Eligibility for Interested Organizations: To be eligible to become a Women’s Health Champion, an organization shall: (1) Have a demonstrated interest in, understanding of, and experience promoting access to resources and information regarding the observance’s goals; or (2) have an organizational or corporate mission that is aligned with the observance’s goals; and (3) agree to sign a LOU with OWH, which will set forth the details of how the organization is supporting the goals of the observance. Letter of Interest Requirements: Each letter of interest shall contain: (1) Organization name, location, website, and submitter’s contact information; (2) a brief description of the organization’s mission and/or values; and (3) a description of how the organization supports or plans to support the observance(s). Submission of a letter of interest does not guarantee acceptance as a Women’s Health Champion. Authority: 42 U.S.C. 237a; 42 U.S.C. 300u–2(a) and 300u–3; and section 13005 of the 21st Century Cures Act. Dated: August 25, 2022. Dorothy Fink, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Women’s Health, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health. [FR Doc. 2022–19839 Filed 9–13–22; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4150–33–P DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Office of the Secretary Listening Session on Intimate Partner Violence Office of the Secretary, HHS. Notice of public meeting. AGENCY: ACTION: The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office on Women’s Health (OWH) is announcing a virtual listening session on the impact that COVID–19 has had on intimate partner violence (IPV). The purpose of the listening session is to exchange information about this topic and seek input from stakeholders and subject matter experts on an individual basis. khammond on DSKJM1Z7X2PROD with NOTICES SUMMARY: VerDate Sep<11>2014 18:31 Sep 13, 2022 Jkt 256001 OWH may use that information to inform our work in this area. Members of the general public are also invited to view the meeting. DATES: The listening session will be held on September 28, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Procedure for Attendance: Register for the listening session: https:// www.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/ vJItfuGgrDsoGxF_ gSJjxdsDaFplyPZKdVo. Website: You can find more information on https:// www.womenshealth.gov/ ipvlisteningsession. Questions for Discussion: OWH seeks to better understand the role the COVID–19 pandemic may play in the reported rise of IPV. Questions for discussion at the public session may include, but are not limited to: • What are you seeing in terms of the pandemic’s impact on IPV trends? • What effective interventions have you identified to address IPV? • How and when can we best engage organizations around IPV in the future? • What are your organization’s suggestions on including perspectives of underserved communities? • What has worked well in your collaboration with government agencies and offices around IPV? Conversely, what is one key barrier you encountered? • How can we improve trust with the communities you represent, work most closely with, and/or advocate on behalf of? • What is your top priority related to the impact of COVID–19 on IPV? • What should we continue to focus on? • Are there any missed opportunities? • How do you think we can best provide access to information related to COVID–19’s impact on IPV? SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: I. Background: One recent study in the Journal of Interpersonal Violence revealed 64 percent of individuals who experienced IPV since the start of the COVID–19 pandemic reported that violence was a new characteristic of their relationship (Peitzmeier 2021). We invite organizations who work with victims of IPV; Federal, State, local, and tribal public health officials; and law enforcement to provide insights into the current state of IPV and the impact of the COVID–19 pandemic on IPV. Members of the general public are also invited to view the session. Topics for Listening Session: The listening session is an opportunity for the HHS OWH to hear what individual stakeholders and subject matter experts PO 00000 Frm 00032 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 56427 are experiencing with regard to the pandemic’s influence on IPV, what we should consider when providing assistance or programming, how to include the perspectives of underserved communities, and what stakeholders see as the top priorities in addressing IPV. II. Participation: The meeting is free and open to the public. Registration is required. Details on how to register for this listening session can be found at the top of the Notice. Listening Session Availability: A recording of the listening session will be posted to the OWH YouTube channel, and a transcript of the listening session will be posted at https:// www.regulations.gov. References Peitzmeier, Sarah M., Lisa Fedina, Louise Ashwell, et. al. 2021. ‘‘Increases in Intimate Partner Violence During COVID–19: Prevalence and Correlates.’’ Journal of Interpersonal Violence 8862605211052586. doi: 10.1177/ 08862605211052586. Dated: August 24, 2022. Dorothy Fink, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Women’s Health, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health. [FR Doc. 2022–19850 Filed 9–13–22; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4150–33–P DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Meeting of the National Vaccine Advisory Committee Office of Infectious Disease and HIV/AIDS Policy, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health, Office of the Secretary, Department of Health and Human Services. ACTION: Notice. AGENCY: As stipulated by the Federal Advisory Committee Act, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is hereby giving notice that the National Vaccine Advisory Committee (NVAC) will hold an inperson meeting. The meeting will be open to the public and public comment will be heard during the meeting. DATES: The meeting will be held June 22–23, 2022. The confirmed meeting times and agenda will be posted on the NVAC website at https://www.hhs.gov/ nvpo/nvac/meetings/ as soon as they become available. ADDRESSES: Instructions regarding attending this meeting will be posted online at: https://www.hhs.gov/nvpo/ nvac/meetings/ at least one week prior to the meeting. PreSUMMARY: E:\FR\FM\14SEN1.SGM 14SEN1

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[Federal Register Volume 87, Number 177 (Wednesday, September 14, 2022)]
[Notices]
[Pages 56426-56427]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2022-19839]


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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

Office of the Secretary


OWH Observance Champions

AGENCY: Office of the Secretary, HHS.

ACTION: Notice.

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SUMMARY: The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' (HHS) Office 
on Women's Health (OWH) invites public and private sector organizations 
to apply to become a Women's Health Champion during National Women's 
Blood Pressure Awareness Week (NWBPAW), National Eating Disorder 
Awareness Week (NEDAW), National Women and Girls' HIV/AIDS Awareness 
Day (NWGHAAD), National Women's Health Week (NWHW), and/or other OWH 
observances.

DATES: Letters of interest will be accepted starting September 15, 
2022, and will be reviewed periodically.

ADDRESSES: Letters of interest can be submitted via email to 
[email protected].

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Jeff Ventura. Office on Women's 
Health, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health, U.S. Department 
of Health and Human Services; 1101 Wootton Parkway, Rockville, MD 
20852; Telephone: (202) 690-7650. Email: [email protected].

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: 
    Background: The HHS Office on Women's Health (OWH) is charged with 
providing expert advice and consultation to the Secretary concerning 
scientific, legal, ethical, and policy issues related to women's 
health. OWH establishes short-range and long-range goals within the 
Department and coordinates on activities within the Department that 
relate to disease prevention, health promotion, service delivery, 
research, and public and health care professional education, for issues 
of particular concern to women throughout their lifespan. OWH monitors 
the Department's activities regarding women's health and identifies 
needs regarding the coordination of activities. OWH is also responsible 
for facilitating the exchange of information through the National 
Women's Health Information Center. Additionally, OWH coordinates 
efforts to promote women's health programs and policies with the 
private sector.
    Eligibility: Any organization may apply to become a Women's Health 
Champion. The selected Women's Health Champions may be recognized for 
their commitment and their work toward achieving the goals of the 
observance(s).
    Women's Health Champions can be public and/or private organizations 
such as those at the state, local, county, and tribal levels, non-
governmental organizations, non-profit organizations, businesses, 
academic organizations, organizations that impact health outcomes, 
philanthropic organizations, and tribal organizations that identify 
themselves as being aligned with or promoting the goals of the 
observance(s).
    All organizations may apply.
    Organizations that work to improve health outcomes in women may 
apply. Social organizations that work with, and/or have access to large 
populations of women may apply.
    Individuals are not eligible to become Women's Health Champions.
    Applicants shall submit a letter of interest and identify how they 
support or plan to support the observance(s)'s goals. Applicants will 
be considered according to the organization's commitment to support 
those goals.
    Women's Health Champions may receive recognition from OWH on 
womenshealth.gov, girlshealth.gov, or OWH Social Media platforms. They 
may also receive information and resources for dissemination.
    Funds: None. Neither HHS nor OWH will provide funds to support 
Women's Health Champions. Applicants, OWH, and Women's Health Champions 
will not be expected to contribute funds.
    Application: Organizations may apply to become a Women's Health 
Champion. Organizations should submit a letter of interest 
acknowledging their support of the observance(s)'s overarching goals. 
Organizations interested in becoming Women's Health Champions shall 
identify in their letters of interest those activities that demonstrate 
commitment to the observance(s)'s overarching goals and objectives and 
indicate how they address or support those goals.
    Office on Women's Health Programs and Activities: To achieve its 
mission, the Office on Women's Health leads a wide range of activities 
and programs, including several key observances. To learn more about 
our key observances, visit: https://www.womenshealth.gov/about-us/what-we-do/observances.
    Requirements of Interested Organizations: Organizations must submit 
a letter of interest to become a Women's Health Champion.

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    Organizations selected by OWH to be Women's Health Champions will 
sign a letter of understanding (LOU) with OWH outlining the terms and 
parameters of their support for the observance(s). Selection as a 
Women's Health Champion does not imply any federal endorsement of the 
collaborating organization's general policies, activities, or products.
    Eligibility for Interested Organizations: To be eligible to become 
a Women's Health Champion, an organization shall: (1) Have a 
demonstrated interest in, understanding of, and experience promoting 
access to resources and information regarding the observance's goals; 
or (2) have an organizational or corporate mission that is aligned with 
the observance's goals; and (3) agree to sign a LOU with OWH, which 
will set forth the details of how the organization is supporting the 
goals of the observance.
    Letter of Interest Requirements: Each letter of interest shall 
contain: (1) Organization name, location, website, and submitter's 
contact information; (2) a brief description of the organization's 
mission and/or values; and (3) a description of how the organization 
supports or plans to support the observance(s).
    Submission of a letter of interest does not guarantee acceptance as 
a Women's Health Champion.
    Authority: 42 U.S.C. 237a; 42 U.S.C. 300u-2(a) and 300u-3; and 
section 13005 of the 21st Century Cures Act.

    Dated: August 25, 2022.
Dorothy Fink,
Deputy Assistant Secretary for Women's Health, Office of the Assistant 
Secretary for Health.
[FR Doc. 2022-19839 Filed 9-13-22; 8:45 am]
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